World Youth Day Cross & Welcome Center- Centro San Lorenzo

Home of the World Youth Day Cross, A Place for Community in Rome

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The Centro Internazionale Giovanile San Lorenzo, founded in 1983 by Pope John Paul II, is a meeting and training center dedicated to young people from all over the world. Located in Rome, one street away from Saint Peter’s Basilica, it offers a space for prayer, reflection, and fraternity. The original World Youth Day Cross is located in the Centro and is brought out weekly in St. Peter’s Square so pilgrims can venerate.

Young Saints Walking Pilgrimage in Rome

Jubilee of Youth: July 28 – August 3

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Learn More at www.theyoungsaints.com. Join the Jubilee of Youth: Program & Registration

Embark on a powerful spiritual journey in the heart of Rome. From July 28– August 3, relics of young saints such as Blessed Carlo Acutis, Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati, and Blessed Ivan Merz will be displayed publically for pilgrims to venerate.  Encounter the history and tradition of our Faith through Live events, seminars concerts, and devotions at select locations during the Jubilee of Youth.

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